From major transportation projects to airport redevelopment and data center expansion, Central Texas is investing in the infrastructure needed to support a growing region. Meeting that demand will require a strong pipeline of skilled workers across construction, transportation, and the trades.
Key findings from the report include:
- Major infrastructure projects across the region require an estimated 10,000 skilled workers annually
- Current training capacity meets only about 60% of workforce demand
- More than 13,600 job postings in mobility and infrastructure occupations were recorded in 2025, with over 2,300 employers competing for talent
- Texas ranks second nationally for proposed data centers, with 24 active facilities and more planned
Our newest Texas Talent Experts white paper—developed in partnership with Opportunity Austin and Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area—explores workforce trends, employer demand, and the strategies helping Central Texas build the talent needed to deliver critical infrastructure projects.
Read the white paper and learn how Central Texas is building the workforce needed to support a growing economy.